Josh Hunter

Josh Hunter, (Ngāti Tūwharetoa) is the Head Chef of Food by Fire. Josh’s extensive knowledge & passion for traditional Māori cuisine, is the guiding force inspiring the whole team he leads at Food by Fire. Bringing delicious, flavour-driven kai, mostly cooked over Fire. Josh’s extensive experience hails from Christchurch, Melbourne & Milford Sound. Josh's key passion for highlighting local suppliers in his dishes & engaging prominent chefs across Aotereoa, makes him a chef to follow.

As a founder of the pop-up series Whakapapa of your Kai, Josh was monumental in launching Feast Matariki, bringing traditional flavours & introducing cultural protocols in an approachable way. Josh has been a spokesperson across New Zealand media from Radio New Zealand to live TV Breakfast Crosses, showcasing this feast.

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